YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by leading strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You manage daily store operations as needed. You train, motivate, and celebrate associates and have a passion for driving sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Driving sales: As a key LOD, you maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, build guest loyalty through excellent in-store experiences, and support Store Leadership in achieving KPI results.
- People leadership: You motivate and inspire the team through AEO's core values, serve as a role model, and uphold service standards on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
- Talent development: You recruit, hire, and train strong talent, ensuring the store is well-staffed and associates continue to provide outstanding service and uphold a Guest First culture.
- Teamwork and motivation: You set clear goals, provide ongoing performance feedback, motivate, and celebrate outstanding performance to foster engagement.
- Visual & operational innovation: You execute and improve daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising, and visual standards, ensuring the Fitting Rooms are guest-ready and aligned with Brand Standards.
- Integrity: You maintain safety standards, adhere to Asset Protection policies, follow company procedures, and always do the right thing.
YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:
- You love AE and Aerie products.
- You have previous retail management experience.
- You are skilled at multitasking, detail-oriented, and good at prioritizing and time management.
- You possess business acumen.
- You have flexible availability to meet guest shopping hours.
OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:
- They work with genuine people and are part of the #AEOFamily.
- They have opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career growth.
- They receive 40% off products at AE & Aerie year-round, plus seasonal discounts.
- They can participate in contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.